What Irish homeowners need to know about SEAI heat pump grants
Irish homeowners looking to invest in a heat pump in 2026 have been handed a boost by the SEAI, here's what changes to grant amounts mean for your installation.
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Last updated: February 17th, 2026The SEAI has announced increased grants for heat pump installations as part of Ireland's wider National Residential Retrofit Plan 2026.
This follows a record year in 2025 when 58,000 homeowners used grants to upgrade their homes.
How much can you receive in grants for having a heat pump installed?
Straight off the bat homeowners can claim a grant of €6,500 for a house, and €4,500 for an apartment to have a heat pump installed before considering work that triggers additional support.
New rules introduced for 2026 mean that applications processed after February 3rd 2026 will be able to claim €2,000 for upgrading radiators and pipework in houses, and €1,000 for apartments, as part of the heat pump installation.
There is also a renewable heat bonus of €4,000 available, meaning in total homeowners can claim up to €12,500 in support for houses and €9,500 for apartments.
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How does the additional support work?
To receive the €2,000 bonus you will need to upgrade your pipes and radiators, while the €4,000 Renewable Heat Bonus can only be claimed if you are replacing existing fossil fuel heating systems with your new heat pump.
You can claim the €4,000 Renewable Heat Bonus without upgrading your pipes and radiators, the SEAI has told Heatpump.ie.
"However, to qualify for the Renewable Heat Bonus, the heat pump must be replacing an existing heating system, such as a gas or oil boiler.
Therefore, the bonus is not contingent upon upgrading the pipework and radiators, although doing so can enhance the efficiency of the heat pump system," the SEAI confirmed to Heatpump.ie.
When speaking to heat pump installers be sure to ask whether they offer the additional services that provide the extra grants as they may not provide full retrofit services.
It's also worth asking what all the extra work to access the other grants will cost so you have a good overview of the total project spend before you commit.
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Who qualifies for SEAI heat pump grants?
Before you start getting quotes for a heat pump, it's worth knowing whether your home is eligible.
Your home must have been built and occupied before 2021. This is based on when your electricity meter was installed, not necessarily when construction finished.
Homes built from 2007 onwards don't require a technical assessment, though you can still get one. For homes built before 2007, you'll need one unless you have a valid BER showing a Heat Loss Indicator of 2.3 W/(K.m²) or lower.
The assessment checks whether your home loses heat too quickly for a heat pump to work efficiently. The SEAI provides a €200 grant to cover the cost.
If your assessment shows your heat loss is too high, you'll need to improve your insulation before you can proceed. The good news is that SEAI offers grants for insulation upgrades. Your installer or technical assessor can advise on which measures would make your home heat pump-ready.
You must use an SEAI-registered heat pump installer to qualify for the grants, and you'll need grant approval before any work begins.
Good news if you've already applied: the increased grant amounts will apply to applications already submitted to the SEAI, even if they haven't been processed for payment yet.
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How to apply for SEAI heat pump grants
While the application is straightforward, you'll need to plan ahead as grant approval is required before any work begins.
You have two options for managing your application:
Apply yourself - You handle the application and use an SEAI-registered contractor to do the work. The grant is paid to you or your contractor once the work is completed.
Use a One Stop Shop - Manages everything on your behalf, from application to installation. The grant is deducted upfront from the total cost.
If you're applying yourself, here's what the process looks like:
1. Get quotes from SEAI-registered contractors
You must use an SEAI-registered contractor to qualify. Shop around, check reviews and get multiple quotes before committing.
2. Apply for grant approval
You'll need your property's 11-digit MPRN (found on your electricity bill), your contractor's name and ID number, your dwelling type, and either a Technical Assessment or Self-Declaration Form. Once you receive your offer, you have 30 days to accept it.
3. Get the work done
You have eight months to complete the installation. You'll also need to arrange a post-works BER assessment before you can claim your grant.
4. Submit your paperwork
Submit your Declaration of Works form (signed by you, your contractor, and your BER assessor) and your Request for Payment for
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Frequently asked questions?
How much can you receive in grants for having a heat pump installed in your home?
Homeowners can claim up to €6,500 for a house and €4,500 for an apartment.
Additional grants for radiator upgrades and replacing fossil fuel systems can bring total support to €12,500 for houses and €9,500 for apartments.
How does the additional support work?
To receive the €2,000 central heating upgrade grant, you need to upgrade your pipes and radiators.
The €4,000 Renewable Heat Bonus is available if you're replacing a fossil fuel system, like a gas or oil boiler, with a heat pump. You can claim this without upgrading your pipework or radiators.
Who qualifies for SEAI heat pump grants?
Your home must have been built and occupied before 2021. Homes built from 2007 onwards don't need a technical assessment, while older homes require one unless you have a valid BER showing a Heat Loss Indicator of 2.3 W/(K.m²) or less.
You must use an SEAI-registered installer and have grant approval before work begins.
What costs aren't covered by SEAI heat pump grants?
The grants don't cover full BER assessment costs, electrical upgrades, structural repairs, or ongoing maintenance and servicing.
How do you apply for SEAI heat pump grants?
You can apply directly or through a One Stop Shop.
If applying yourself, get quotes from SEAI-registered contractors, then apply for approval using your MPRN, contractor ID, and either a technical assessment or self-declaration form.
Once approved, you have eight months to complete the work. Submit your Declaration of Works and Request for Payment afterwards, and SEAI will process your grant within four to six weeks.
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